Q&A for How to Become a Pro Wrestler

You won't start in the big leagues. Start with your local indie company and join better companies as you go. If WWE see you as a valuable asset, they'll recruit you to start in NXT in no time.

If you're 13, you are still going to get taller. Don't start doing heavy weight training yet, because that might actually harm you and stunt your growth. Work on your cardio and build some muscle, but be careful about it.

This depends on the school. Many will only accept people 18 or older, but some will allow teenagers to train if they can show they are physically capable and can get parental permission.

It all depends on how fast you learn. There are people who can learn it in just a few months, while others take years.

I've got the same problem. My best advice is to get strong and fit and when you're 18, get a job and a car and you can drive yourself to training. Believe in yourself and you can achieve anything.

You have to have at least 5 years of pro wrestling experience to join WWE. Get yourself in shape, and try to find someone to coach you in wrestling. Eat a lot of protein to build muscles, do cardio for endurance, and practice stretching or consider yoga to keep yourself flexible.

There might be a wrestler from your state, for example Harley Race has a wrestling school in Troy, Missouri. Use an online search to find a place near you.

You must be 18 legally, but Jeff Hardy lied and was 16 when he debuted in WWE. By the time they found out, he was already over with the crowd, and they couldn't fire someone so close to the fans.

See if your school has a wrestling team and try to join it. You can also try to join a gym geared towards teens or adolescents. Most of them will focus on gymnastics, but some may also offer training in wrestling.

There aren't any specific school subjects required, but it is suggested that you take subjects necessary for another job you might enjoy, besides wrestling, so you have a fall back plan if wrestling doesn't work out.

Yes, you can. There are plenty of female wrestlers worldwide, so you should follow your dreams.

Look around at border states and see what they offer. You might have to make some sacrifices if you want to be a pro wrestler.

Being in the WWE requires about the same physicality and intensity in matches as it does for the men's division. Getting taught how to wrestle as a woman is the same as a man. Get fit at a gym and train.

Join the wrestling team in middle and high school -- this will get you on your way. Weight training and lots of cardio will prepare your body for the conditioning needed.

Backyard wrestle, but it's recomended that you get a trampoline or ring first.

No, not at all. Weight training will lengthen and strengthen your bones. However, as your body is still developing, be careful not to overdo it.

Of course. If your college has a wrestling team/club start there first. But if you want to go straight to a wrestling school then talk to them about your college class schedule, and you should be able to figure something out.

Yes and no. You will still be able to wrestle, but unfortunately the length of the match might have to be cut short due to the asthma.

You simply can't, wrestlers have dedicated their lives to pro wrestling and work indie shows for $20 for years. It takes about 20 years normally to make it to WWE. It's not an easy path.

Don't worry about it. Let the company make that decision.

You could find a friend to begin practicing tag team wrestling with you so that you have the experience necessary to jump right into it as soon as you can.

The WWE shouldn't be an immediate goal. Many wrestlers have built themselves up to be global superstars without WWE. Focus on building up your career on the independent circuit, and you might become a big name. Those who go to the Performance Center immediately don't usually see much long term success because of their lack of name value. Just make a name for yourself before WWE.

Train at a wrestling school in your country. When you feel ready, send an application to the WWE. You will have to relocate to the U.S., so research travel arrangements.

Yes, just look at PJ Black (Justin Gabriel in the WWE), he's from Le Cap and he made it. Just find a local promotion (for example, I'm in France so I'll have to go in ICWA, an European France-based promotion) then, be known there and some promoters will get you and eventually invite you to American promotions and possibly the WWE or Impact.

No, you do not.

Google and see if there is a wrestling school in your area.

Go to a wrestling school and have them test you. If you're not fit enough, you'll know, and they should also be able to tell you what to work on.

None, really. People as short as Hornswoggle, who was under 4 feet, have made it into the company, and guys as tall as Khali (7'3), have also made the cut. It depends on talent, not size. And whatever size you are, incorporate that into your style.

Yes, you can. You can start pursuing your wrestling dreams no matter where you are in life.

Of course! It's never too late to be a pro wrestler. The WWE has accepted some wrestlers in their 30s and late 20s. As long as you have charisma, you are a good athlete, and you have good skills in the ring and on the mic, you'll be given a chance.